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Dr. Lindsey Shipley

Knoxville, TN

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    Who is Dr. Shipley, Internist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Lindsey Shipley is an Internist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shipley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shipley’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shipley’s office at (800) 822-8816.

    What languages does Dr. Shipley speak?

    Dr. Shipley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shipley treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Shipley diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shipley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Vomiting Blood
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Hematemesis
    • Bloody Vomit
    • Upper GI Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K920: Hematemesis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities
    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Shipley perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Shipley performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shipley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Shipley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shipley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 822-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shipley accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Shipley in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthcare Advantage

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Westrock

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    Where is Dr. Shipley's office located?

    Dr. Lindsey Shipley's Primary Practice

    1311 Dowell Springs Blvd

    Knoxville, TN 37909

    (800) 822-8816

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    Dr. Lindsey Shipley's Practice 2

    701 20th St S # 921

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    Dr. Lindsey Shipley's Practice 3

    1201 11th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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    What is Dr. Shipley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shipley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477059830.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shipley?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shipley

    What is Dr. Lindsey Shipley's specialty?

    Dr. Shipley is a Internist near Knoxville, TN.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Shipley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lindsey Shipley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shipley is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Leconte Medical Center, Birmingham Va Medical Center, Covenant Health - Methodist Medical Center, Fort Loudoun Medical Center, Morristown - Hamblen Healthcare System. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

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    Is Lindsey Shipley accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Lindsey Shipley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lindsey Shipley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shipley's office at (800) 822-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lindsey Shipley?

    Please contact Dr. Shipley's office at (800) 822-8816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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